Werner combines two butter-soft leathers for the upper material of this matt black sneaker: Werbio Nubuk and Werbio Nappa. The padded tongue and padded insole increase comfort. The latter is removable and can be replaced with your own insoles if required. A non-slip suede lining on the heel ensures good support, while the brightly contrasting rubber sole provides good grip.

Vegetable-tanned leather and a comfortable fit thanks to time-tested designs characterize Werner shoes—in keeping with the mission of this family-owned business, founded in 1911, to produce beautiful, high-quality shoes. What once began with sturdy work and hiking boots evolved through the sophisticated après-ski boots of the 1970s and 1980s into today’s lineup: sporty-elegant (casual) shoes for women and men. For many years, Werner shoes were crafted in Pirmasens, the company’s founding location; today, the “Steppmäde” and “Zwicker” models are produced in Southeast Europe. As before, many steps in the manufacturing process are carried out with meticulous craftsmanship—by people who understand their craft and have passed down their knowledge through generations.